You play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing Singapore’s defence and external security interests.

On the job, you develop strategies to advance Singapore’s security objectives, and advocate for Singapore as a security cooperation partner of choice in the region. You also track geopolitical and security developments, and advise MINDEF leadership on implications and policy responses, for both the near and the long-term. You must stay abreast of developments in our ever-changing security environment and emerging technologies, identify opportunities and risks, and form timely, relevant and forward-looking solutions.

You must have a tertiary qualification, with a keen interest in international affairs and security issues. We welcome proactive and collaborative team players from diversified backgrounds including STEM-related disciplines, with strong analytical abilities, the capacity to think flexibly and innovatively, as well as strong writing and presentation skills. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. You may be required to travel overseas for work. (Applicants with no experience may apply.) Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.